John QuigginFeb 2
Using someone's fingerprint or face to forcibly bypass biometric controls used to be the stuff of thrillers and horror movies. Not any more #uspol https://theintercept.com/2026/01/30/washington-post-hannah-natanson-fbi-biometrics-unlock-phone/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=The%20Intercept%20Newsletter
Washington Post Raid Is a Frightening Reminder: Turn Off Your Phone’s Biometrics Now

The search warrant to raid a Washington Post reporter’s home shows how authorities can open your phone without your consent.

The Intercept
Show threadjosh g.
@johnquiggin this has literally been the reality for anyone who cares about opsec and has to cross the US border for a while now, but sure
Feb 4 at 6:24amWeb
Show threadJohn QuigginFeb 4
@joshg That's why i don't cross the US border any more
Show threadjosh g.Feb 4
@johnquiggin same